Endoscopy Technician: Patient Care & Procedure Support

United Digestive; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

United Digestive in Marietta, GA is seeking a PRN Endoscopy Support Nurse/Assistant. Under RN supervision, you will help with direct patient care, set up equipment for GI procedures, and assist with specimen collection.

You will explain procedures to patients, monitor vital signs, document observations, uphold infection control, and provide back-up coverage for scope rooms and offices.

Qualifications

• RN, LPN, CMA or equivalent.
• Ability to follow written and verbal direction involving patient care policies/procedures.
• The ability to communicate effectively with patients, families and staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the delivery of direct nursing care under the supervision of a registered nurse.
• Sets up appropriate equipment for procedures and ensures necessary supplies are available.
• Assist physician with procedure. Collects, prepares and label specimen accurately.
• Explain procedures and expected sensations to patient and provide instructions to ensure patient cooperation and to minimize discomfort.
• Takes and record vital signs. Place monitoring equipment as needed.
• Reports patient findings to supervisor or RN responsible for the patient.
• Demonstrates infection control procedures and upholds policies.
• Makes post procedure telephone calls.
• Documents on forms/computer as required.
• Maintains equipment and supplies in procedure rooms and related areas.
• Assists with admission/discharge procedures as directed.
• Provide back-up support for scope room and office area.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Vital signs

Infection control

Data entry

Patient support

Education

RN, LPN, CMA or equivalent

Follow written/verbal procedures

Effective communication

Job description

United Digestive in Marietta, GA is seeking a PRN Endoscopy Support Nurse/Assistant. Under RN supervision, you will help with direct patient care, set up equipment for GI procedures, and assist with specimen collection.

You will explain procedures to patients, monitor vital signs, document observations, uphold infection control, and provide back-up coverage for scope rooms and offices.